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rusto39
10-14-2009, 03:00 PM
Hey everyone....I am planning my first jazz fest with a group of people and am curious about the hotel situation. The jazz fest site seems to indicate that the hotel special rates have not been released yet. Is there a point that they open up these special rates? When do they open up? Are the hotels holding out to release rooms in this fashion or is everyone booking all of the rooms in other ways? Obviously we want our group to stay together and we would prefer to be in the french quarter. (Us and everyone else I am sure) Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks so much!
Last year, the special rates arranged by the fest were released mid-December.
MormonMatthew
10-14-2009, 04:57 PM
The rates arranged by the Fest itself (the ones Swag is talking about being relaesed in December) are not always (or even usually) the lowest rates that will be offered..........
Swag has a site that is THE definitive resource for getting a great deal on hotel rooms for Jazzfest, (or other occasions) and it is certainly worth checking out.
Good Luck, Matthew
denideadhead
10-14-2009, 11:16 PM
ABSOLUTELY CHECK SWAGLAND.COM and subsribe to Swags feed ..alot of us got a sweet deal already at the Holiday Inn on Carondolet .. also I recommend reading all the helpful info on Swags site and here...it will help HUGE!! O and if you book through Priceline or Hotwire please use the links on that site to connect :)
stlbarb
10-14-2009, 11:38 PM
Hey everyone....I am planning my first jazz fest with a group of people and am curious about the hotel situation. The jazz fest site seems to indicate that the hotel special rates have not been released yet. Is there a point that they open up these special rates? When do they open up? Are the hotels holding out to release rooms in this fashion or is everyone booking all of the rooms in other ways? Obviously we want our group to stay together and we would prefer to be in the french quarter. (Us and everyone else I am sure) Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks so much!
fyi - most of the best deals are non-refundable. so make sure you have committment from your group. you dont want to be held financially responsible for someone who changes their mind or has to back out.
Stella Blue
10-24-2009, 04:51 PM
Anyone book yet? The quick checks I have made around various Web sites don't seem to show any real great bargains at this point...
steeleye
10-25-2009, 07:51 PM
Anyone book yet? The quick checks I have made around various Web sites don't seem to show any real great bargains at this point...
So far only this one, but it's gone.
http://www.nojazzfest.com/chat/showthread.php?t=10527&highlight=holiday+inn+express
djgriff
11-23-2009, 03:48 PM
Saturday, April 24th through Wednesday, April 28th - $79 for a 4 star downtown hotel. If you add Friday the 23rd - price bumps up to $99 per night. Does not show as available for the whole thing. Every extra day added to the end added more money per night.
completejohn
11-23-2009, 06:24 PM
It seems like every year I book earlier and earlier and get better hotels for less. This year, I got 2 RT tickets plus 5 nights at the HOliday Inn Express that's just across Canal from the Quarter for $950. I figure the least I've ever seen RT flights between Albuquerque and NOLA has been $300 each, so it sounds like a smokin' deal.
But last December, I found an even better Hotwire deal for $1050. Of course on that site they don't tell you what hotel you've got until you actually pay for it, but it turned out that the room was at the Intercontinental - a 4 star hotel!
The key is to keep checking. I used to book exclusively thru the JF rates, but when you combine hotel and flights, you can really save a lot on the Pricelines and Hotwires and Orbitz, etc.
This year I've kept checking to see if the prices have slipped down at all. Not even close. The package I was looking at before I found the Express was the Holiday Inn Superdome (which is farther from the quarter and according to reviews, not as nice) was $490 per person about a month ago. Same package is now $660 per person. But ya never know when the next Intercontinental-type deal could come along.
djgriff
12-08-2009, 10:47 AM
Today Hotwire has a 2 star French Quarter Hotel available from 4/23 through 5/3 for $54 per night. It shows as a boutique hotel with a pool. No idea what it could be.
seadog
12-08-2009, 01:42 PM
And I just saw a 3 star on Hotwire...4/28-5/3 Boutique for $54.00.
Canine Horror
12-08-2009, 01:51 PM
And I just saw a 3 star on Hotwire...4/28-5/3 Boutique for $54.00.
Swag ???
linza22
12-08-2009, 02:08 PM
Swag ???
he's working hard to buy me christmas present right now....
funkkjunkie
12-08-2009, 03:10 PM
Snort. Hope it's a good one, Linz. :D
wahinemicha
12-08-2009, 04:19 PM
Swag ???
Looking at these too......Anyone find out about the 2* yet?
The Hotwire 3* is the Sait Louis. Someone emailed me that purchase this morning, it's going up on my site shortly.
djgriff
12-08-2009, 05:21 PM
Looking at these too......Anyone find out about the 2* yet?
If I were a betting man, I'd guess it is the Best Western on North Rampart - but I really don't know.
It's been suggested to me that the 2* might be the St Marie Antionette. Sister property to the Saint Louis, so that would be consistent with both showing up on HW at the same time. That's still unconfirmed at this point.
festivalgirl
12-08-2009, 09:17 PM
We stayed at the Marie Antoinette in 2007. We were not thrilled but not horrified either. Could have just needed some work after K (hopefully it was done) - the carpets weren't very clean, the pool was dirty. The staff didn't seem to really care and it was a little noisy. The bar downstairs was good for a quiet drink. It was fine for the price and if they've made improvements very fine for the price out there right now.
Easy Click usually has these two properties as well. Might be a good cross reference.
wahinemicha
12-09-2009, 11:08 AM
Looking at these too......Anyone find out about the 2* yet?
Pulled the trigger and booked 4/22 - 5/3 at the Saint Louis with Sharon
Yahooooo!!!!
LynnMargaret
12-09-2009, 11:26 AM
YAY!!!!
sharon_loves_fats
12-09-2009, 12:39 PM
Pulled the trigger and booked 4/22 - 5/3 at the Saint Louis with Sharon
Yahooooo!!!!
I feel better just getting it out of the way. Next up, flights!
MormonMatthew
12-11-2009, 03:16 PM
We stayed at the Marie Antoinette in 2007. We were not thrilled but not horrified either. Could have just needed some work after K (hopefully it was done) - the carpets weren't very clean, the pool was dirty. The staff didn't seem to really care and it was a little noisy. The bar downstairs was good for a quiet drink. It was fine for the price and if they've made improvements very fine for the price out there right now.
Easy Click usually has these two properties as well. Might be a good cross reference.
The Marie Antoinette was Bob Dylan's favorite hotel to stay at when he was living in New Orleans while recording his haunting, if somewhat understated album "Oh Mercy".
I would love to stay there sometime, and although I never get flights and hotels before the line-up is announced, I am itching to book something soon.........
Fest Fever arrived early this year here in Salt Lake!!!
festivalgirl
12-11-2009, 05:54 PM
The Marie Antoinette was Bob Dylan's favorite hotel to stay at when he was living in New Orleans while recording his haunting, if somewhat understated album "Oh Mercy".
I would love to stay there sometime, and although I never get flights and hotels before the line-up is announced, I am itching to book something soon.........
Fest Fever arrived early this year here in Salt Lake!!!
I could see the potential ..... loved the tucked away bar room.
12/15 is coming real soon ..... maybe the Hotwire deal will still be available next week.
MormonMatthew
12-11-2009, 06:12 PM
I really hope so---I am planning on using my remaining Delta Skymiles for my flight, and so as soon as the lineup is out, I will decide on which week will be the most suited to my musical tastes, but unless the 1st weekend is light-years better than the 2nd weekend, I will almost certainly do my traditional fly in early tuesday (day of the Patry) and then fly home the following tuesday evening.
As far as hotels go, I am usually at one the larger chain hotels (Crowne Plaza, Hilton, Radisson etc.) but maybe a smaller, more unique property would be nice for a change, (55 bucks is a great rate this early) and of course being in the heart of the Quarter instead of the CBD is always nice...........
McGregor
12-11-2009, 06:33 PM
The Marie Antoinette was Bob Dylan's favorite hotel to stay at when he was living in New Orleans while recording his haunting, if somewhat understated album "Oh Mercy".
Did you read that in his book MM?
I am back to finishing that book up and am reading the section from NO now. I loved the story about going to watch Irma play one night.
He also has kind words for Brian Stoltz in the book.
MormonMatthew
12-14-2009, 04:20 PM
Did you read that in his book MM?
I am back to finishing that book up and am reading the section from NO now. I loved the story about going to watch Irma play one night.
He also has kind words for Brian Stoltz in the book.
Yep, he mentions the Marie Antoinette a couple of times in "Chronicles-Volume One".
And for him giving props to Brian Stoltz (and also Willie Green of the Neville Brothers) made me respect ol' Bob Dylan that much more, as I have said many times that Brian Stoltz is the worlds finest "unknown" guitar player.
McGregor, since out tastes in music are so similar, lets try and make a point of meeting up at Fest and having a beer.............
Matthew
McGregor
12-14-2009, 04:23 PM
McGregor, since out tastes in music are so similar, lets try and make a point of meeting up at Fest and having a beer.............
Matthew
Sounds like a plan MM!!
and is Dylan ever going to write anymore volumes? wasn't that the story?
Stella Blue
12-14-2009, 09:23 PM
Anyone else see that hotel prices just seem higher across the board for 2010? I don't see any killer deals out there, especially for the Quarter. We generally stay eight days, first Sunday through Monday after fest, and have good luck booking good hotels in the low 100s for each night, at most. And we usually book this time of year, if not already. Not seeing those deals as much this year, and some hotels are apparently sold out already or are keeping back rooms?
I figured with the recession, this wouldn't be the case, though I am happy there are apparently plenty of people like us -- figuring out a way to make it happen.
One other thought. Is it possible that, because of the economy, a fair number of people missed this year and vowed not to let that happen again in 2010?
stlbarb
12-15-2009, 01:44 AM
Anyone else see that hotel prices just seem higher across the board for 2010? I don't see any killer deals out there, especially for the Quarter. We generally stay eight days, first Sunday through Monday after fest, and have good luck booking good hotels in the low 100s for each night, at most. And we usually book this time of year, if not already. Not seeing those deals as much this year, and some hotels are apparently sold out already or are keeping back rooms?
I figured with the recession, this wouldn't be the case, though I am happy there are apparently plenty of people like us -- figuring out a way to make it happen.
One other thought. Is it possible that, because of the economy, a fair number of people missed this year and vowed not to let that happen again in 2010?
i have vague recollection of posts about a convention 2nd weekend. that can affect hotel prices.
some folks got some good deals months ago.
did you check bookit.com? - not sure what they might still have.
the priceline/hotwire deals are likely not over, stay close over the next few weeks/months and be ready to commit.
The official Jazzfest negotiated hotel rates are posted at http://www.nojazzfest.com/travel/hotels.php (at least, I think this is the 2010 list, since the list includes the newly reopened Roosevelt).
While many hotels on the list have a uniform price, there are several that are more expensive for 2nd weekend That may be an early indicator that 2nd weekend demand will be heavier this year.
As usual, there are no screaming bargains on the list, at least not downtown or in the Quarter, but there are some decent prices.
http://www.nojazzfest.com/travel/hotels.php
Rossvegas
12-15-2009, 05:27 PM
i have vague recollection of posts about a convention 2nd weekend. that can affect hotel prices.
some folks got some good deals months ago.
did you check bookit.com? - not sure what they might still have.
the priceline/hotwire deals are likely not over, stay close over the next few weeks/months and be ready to commit.
I'm supposed to be speaking at a conference the second weekend, but it's not a huge one....and I'm definitely NOT going to be speaking. :>)
They called me and were all excited: "Ross, you won't believe it....the CARE Conference is in New Orleans this year during Jazzfest, so perhaps you can speak to us while you're there!" I thought about it for 2 seconds: "Hmmmm. So you want me to leave Jazzfest on the final Sunday, take a cab to the Hilton, put on a suit and coherently talk to a room full of people. Ya, that's not gonna happen."
rowEn
12-16-2009, 11:40 AM
...on the 2* hotel. It is the Saint Anne/Marie Antionette for $54/night. Can't beat that with a stick. Thankfully we have a friend in the city where we can park our car, since we drive to town. Won't be looking for 4* room, just a place to sleep and shower :)
funkkjunkie
12-16-2009, 05:35 PM
congrats and rock on!
Belle
12-16-2009, 08:49 PM
I'm supposed to be speaking at a conference the second weekend, but it's not a huge one....and I'm definitely NOT going to be speaking. :>)
They called me and were all excited: "Ross, you won't believe it....the CARE Conference is in New Orleans this year during Jazzfest, so perhaps you can speak to us while you're there!" I thought about it for 2 seconds: "Hmmmm. So you want me to leave Jazzfest on the final Sunday, take a cab to the Hilton, put on a suit and coherently talk to a room full of people. Ya, that's not gonna happen."
It wont be happening but it would be fun to watch you TRY be coherent. ;)
marignygreg
12-20-2009, 04:48 PM
Hotwire has a 3 star French Quarter for $57 a night, first weekend ( thurs-mon ). Never used Hotwire/Priceline before. Is $57 a good deal ? Any other charges ?? Do they stick you in a rat hole or is it a decent place ???
"SWAG" !!!!!!!!!
Hotwire has a 3 star French Quarter for $57 a night, first weekend ( thurs-mon ). Never used Hotwire/Priceline before. Is $57 a good deal ? Any other charges ?? Do they stick you in a rat hole or is it a decent place ???
"SWAG" !!!!!!!!!
Due to the "boutique" icon on the amenity list, and recent history, I'd say it's very likely the Saint Louis Hotel.
linza22
12-20-2009, 06:18 PM
Due to the "boutique" icon on the amenity list, and recent history, I'd say it's very likely the Saint Louis Hotel.
you got good ears, Swag!
marignygreg
12-20-2009, 07:49 PM
Due to the "boutique" icon on the amenity list, and recent history, I'd say it's very likely the Saint Louis Hotel.
Thank you Swag. I can't pull the trigger yet, but I'm getting closer !!
MormonMatthew
12-20-2009, 09:11 PM
Thank you Swag. I can't pull the trigger yet, but I'm getting closer !!
Hey Now Greg!!!
I am like you, starting to get the itch to book a room, but I am also determined to hold off and wait for a while.
Since I started Festing (1997) this is by far the earliest I have ever grabbed my flights (of course they have never announced the line-up this early either) and I have not typically booked a hotel until march or even early april, and have always been able to find some exceptional deals by just being a little patient and waiting until something great comes up. (and when the bargains finally come do along, jumping on it pronto)
I am curious on how big this years crowds will be, (with the economy still so stagnant) and how financial concerns will impact room rates.
Finally, you mentioned that you have never used Hotwire or Priceline---Be aware that once you go ahead and use either of these sites to book a room or a flight, you are locked in tight!!! They are unwilling to change or cancel a purchace in virtually all but the most extreme (as in life or death) situations, so when you use them, be sure to check all the details twice before hitting the button.........
When you see rates that really look good, please let me know, and I will be sure and do the same!!!
Matthew
marignygreg
12-21-2009, 02:44 PM
Will do Matthew, and thanks. I really need to get on the Air if I'm gonna go. Just in last few days it has gone up in price with less availability. I think hotels for first weekend should be plentiful.
Enjoying the 85 Philly shows on Archive.org as I post. Jerry in red.
MormonMatthew
12-21-2009, 03:46 PM
Will do Matthew, and thanks. I really need to get on the Air if I'm gonna go. Just in last few days it has gone up in price with less availability. I think hotels for first weekend should be plentiful.
Enjoying the 85 Philly shows on Archive.org as I post. Jerry in red.
It's odd that flights from Chicago have gone up; from here in SLC they have dropped by over $100 bucks (roundtrip) in just the past week or so............
PS---Ever heard the Grateful Dead 9-3-85 Starlight Ampitheater show from Kansas City?
Garcia was decked out in red for that one as well---Smokin' Hot!!!
festydave
12-21-2009, 04:20 PM
There is a big convention in New Orleans which will definitely have an effect on the prices and availability of rooms second weekend. The Jazz Fest hotel list is updated for 2010 and offers some good rates and should give you an idea about current prices.
MormonMatthew
12-21-2009, 04:26 PM
There is a big convention in New Orleans which will definitely have an effect on the prices and availability of rooms second weekend. The Jazz Fest hotel list is updated for 2010 and offers some good rates and should give you an idea about current prices.
Thanks---I wish I could say that this was good news, but at least I know what I am up against, and maybe this year, sooner is better than later..........
stlbarb
12-21-2009, 06:29 PM
There is a big convention in New Orleans which will definitely have an effect on the prices and availability of rooms second weekend. The Jazz Fest hotel list is updated for 2010 and offers some good rates and should give you an idea about current prices.
Drury Inn Downtown is not aware of this - their rates are down from other years (according to a friend who deals with them a lot via her company).
so i checked it out on their websit, fri & sat are $99 each and th & sunday are $119 each - this is the regular rate and i believe fully cancelable. they have a rate a few dollars less, with $25 fee to cancel. rooms all have microwave & mini-fridge. free wifi. etc.
this might be a good plan b for folks who are waiting for the priceline/hotwire dream rate.
marignygreg
12-21-2009, 08:41 PM
It's odd that flights from Chicago have gone up; from here in SLC they have dropped by over $100 bucks (roundtrip) in just the past week or so............
PS---Ever heard the Grateful Dead 9-3-85 Starlight Ampitheater show from Kansas City?
Garcia was decked out in red for that one as well---Smokin' Hot!!!
Hey Matthew, I was at that Starlight show, as well as the night before in OK city. I remember the "trouble ahead, Jerry in red" bumper stickers.:)I was seeing alot of colors that night...
MormonMatthew
12-21-2009, 08:54 PM
Hey Matthew, I was at that Starlight show, as well as the night before in OK city. I remember the "trouble ahead, Jerry in red" bumper stickers.:)I was seeing alot of colors that night...
Wow, that has always been an absolute favorite show of mine!!!
"Comes A Time" is one of the Grateful Dead's most poignant songs, so achingly beautiful in the way that Garcia would infuse the music with such depth of emotion when playing it...........
That must be a great memory for you!!!
We need to be sure to meet up for a beer at Fest, as I have noticed that our musical tastes are so similar-----It would be cool to swap some stories from the road.
marignygreg
12-21-2009, 09:11 PM
Comes a time when the blind man takes your hand (note 1)
Says "don't you see?"
Gotta make it somehow
On the dreams you still believe
Don't give it up
You got an empty cup
Only love can fill
Only love can fill
Been walking all morning
Went walking all night
I can't see much difference
Between the dark and light
And I feel the wind
And I taste the rain
Never in my mind
To cause so much pain
From day to day
Just letting it ride
You get so far away
From how it feels inside
You can't let go
'Cause you're afraid to fall
But the day may come
When you can't feel at all
Those last four lines give me the chills every time. Great song.
Hope to enjoy a cold one with you first weekend. I'll buy you a beer for a change !!
festivalgirl
12-21-2009, 11:35 PM
There is a big convention in New Orleans which will definitely have an effect on the prices and availability of rooms second weekend. The Jazz Fest hotel list is updated for 2010 and offers some good rates and should give you an idea about current prices.
Who is it?
stlbarb
12-22-2009, 01:32 AM
Who is it?
i dont know if this is the Big one, but i found this
(cant make this stuff up)
Digestive Disease Week May 1-5
http://www.ddw.org/wmspage.cfm?parm1=679
is this the convention they asked Ross to speak at?
there always seems to be some medical convention during jazzfest.
i think its on purpose because the organizers like to go to fest.
griplynch
12-22-2009, 11:02 AM
second weekend rates are through the roof . the rates increase by nearly 150 % from 1st wkd. i booked a refundable room at lamothe house . i stayed there last two years and it is decent . i have enjoyed the priceline name your price deals and book it mystery hotels in the past at places like astor crown . but ,looks like those deals will be non existent this year .the last bid i put at priceline was 120.00 for a four star. i hope something changes but im glad to at least have something booked.does anyone know how to post these results at swags website ?
second weekend rates are through the roof . the rates increase by nearly 150 % from 1st wkd. i booked a refundable room at lamothe house . i stayed there last two years and it is decent . i have enjoyed the priceline name your price deals and book it mystery hotels in the past at places like astor crown . but ,looks like those deals will be non existent this year .the last bid i put at priceline was 120.00 for a four star. i hope something changes but im glad to at least have something booked.does anyone know how to post these results at swags website ?
Just email Swag using the link on the http://jazzfest.swagland.com/bidding.html page. Be sure to include the details (check-in & check-out dates, star level, zone(s), and the date of the bid, if it differs from the date of the email).
If you check the previous year histories linked at the bottom of that page, you'll see that the deals tend to be fleeting and may pop up anytime. For example, a first weekend bid of $123 was rejected in January, but in March, a bid of $70 for the same dates was accepted.
No guarantees, of course. Having a big convention in town hurts, for sure. But there were big conventions coinciding with Fest in the past (before K), and there were still deals for the patient and the persistent. Booking a cancel-able backup, as you did, is always wise.
Rossvegas
12-22-2009, 01:03 PM
i dont know if this is the Big one, but i found this
(cant make this stuff up)
Digestive Disease Week May 1-5
http://www.ddw.org/wmspage.cfm?parm1=679
is this the convention they asked Ross to speak at?
there always seems to be some medical convention during jazzfest.
i think its on purpose because the organizers like to go to fest.
No, that isn't it, but I would be happy to lend some hot air to the discussion on digestive diseases. Sounds like a gas! :>)
The one I was asked to speak at is the CARE Conference (The Cooperative Association of Resort Exchangers), and they usually attract around 500 attendees. The problem with this conference (for me) is that virtually all of the attendees work within the resort industry and they are all hunting down the exact same accommodations as I am. I highly doubt that I'll be able to get a timeshare exchange for the 2nd weekend....
kikimo
12-22-2009, 01:30 PM
Drury Inn Downtown is not aware of this - their rates are down from other years (according to a friend who deals with a lot via her company).
so i checked it out on their websit, fri & sat are $99 each and th & sunday are $119 each - this is the regular rate and i believe fully cancelable. they have a rate a few dollars less, with $25 fee to cancel. rooms all have microwave & mini-fridge. free wifi. etc.
this might be a good plan b for folks who are waiting for the priceline/hotwire dream rate.
First- thanks for this tid bit of information :D
Second - I called the Drury Inn and spoke with Silva in reservations and confirmed those prices of $119.99 for Wed, Thursday and $99.99 for Friday and Saturday (plus taxes and fees) for a king non smoking room. However, if you have a AAA card the price drops to $107.99 for Wednesday and Thursday and $89.99 for Friday and Saturday (plus taxes and fees). Parking is ONLY $15.00 per day, free breakfast and I read on line that drinks are free from 5-7 at night.
The best part of all of this is they will hold your room with a credit card number and will not charge you until you check in and you have until 6:00 pm the night of arrival to cancel. I figured why not? Better to have a back up plan (especially if I don't have to pay for it now) if no other hot deals come through.
I also asked her how many rooms they had left...they have 4 rooms with 2 doubles non smoking (I think these are a little cheaper?) and 15 king rooms non smoking.
Hopes this helps some folks! :)
i wanna be in NOLA
12-22-2009, 02:23 PM
No, that isn't it, but I would be happy to lend some hot air to the discussion on digestive diseases. Sounds like a gas! :>)
HA!!!
snicker....
snort.
Canine Horror
12-22-2009, 04:02 PM
First- thanks for this tid bit of information :D
Second - I called the Drury Inn and spoke with Silva in reservations and confirmed those prices of $119.99 for Wed, Thursday and $99.99 for Friday and Saturday (plus taxes and fees) for a king non smoking room. However, if you have a AAA card the price drops to $107.99 for Wednesday and Thursday and $89.99 for Friday and Saturday (plus taxes and fees). Parking is ONLY $15.00 per day, free breakfast and I read on line that drinks are free from 5-7 at night.
The best part of all of this is they will hold your room with a credit card number and will not charge you until you check in and you have until 6:00 pm the night of arrival to cancel. I figured why not? Better to have a back up plan (especially if I don't have to pay for it now) if no other hot deals come through.
I also asked her how many rooms they had left...they have 4 rooms with 2 doubles non smoking (I think these are a little cheaper?) and 15 king rooms non smoking.
Hopes this helps some folks! :)
Thanks Kikimo (and StlBarb), have booked this as my 2nd weekend backup.
MormonMatthew
12-22-2009, 04:45 PM
First- thanks for this tid bit of information :D
Second - I called the Drury Inn and spoke with Silva in reservations and confirmed those prices of $119.99 for Wed, Thursday and $99.99 for Friday and Saturday (plus taxes and fees) for a king non smoking room. However, if you have a AAA card the price drops to $107.99 for Wednesday and Thursday and $89.99 for Friday and Saturday (plus taxes and fees). Parking is ONLY $15.00 per day, free breakfast and I read on line that drinks are free from 5-7 at night.
The best part of all of this is they will hold your room with a credit card number and will not charge you until you check in and you have until 6:00 pm the night of arrival to cancel. I figured why not? Better to have a back up plan (especially if I don't have to pay for it now) if no other hot deals come through.
I also asked her how many rooms they had left...they have 4 rooms with 2 doubles non smoking (I think these are a little cheaper?) and 15 king rooms non smoking.
Hopes this helps some folks! :)
That is thoughtful of you to post this info---I went ahead and tried to make a res. (just for backup so far) for fri-sat-sun of the 2nd weekend, and the rate quoted was $109, not $99 per night...........
Is there some special discount you asked for?
Thanks, Matthew
stlbarb
12-22-2009, 05:11 PM
That is thoughtful of you to post this info---I went ahead and tried to make a res. (just for backup so far) for fri-sat-sun of the 2nd weekend, and the rate quoted was $109, not $99 per night...........
Is there some special discount you asked for?
Thanks, Matthew
nope. it might be the number of people per room. or it may have gone up.
i'll play around later and report back.
Requesting 2 adults instead of 1 seems to add $10 to the rate. For King bed rooms, I also see a handicapped room that's cheaper than the regular one. And Sunday night is higher than Fri or Sat...
NYMAMA
12-27-2009, 05:56 PM
Just saw Hot wire has a 3* French Quarter for $59 per 4/22-5/3
MormonMatthew
12-27-2009, 07:11 PM
Just saw Hot wire has a 3* French Quarter for $59 per 4/22-5/3
It's funny, but if you only need a room from 4/27-5/4, that same room (3 star French Quarter) prices out at $159 per night...........
If you only need it from 4/27-5/1 THEN it is back down to the $59 rate.
I am still determined to wait until the great deals show up again, but with the conventions scheduled for the second weekend, I am a little bit anxious.
funkkjunkie
12-27-2009, 08:05 PM
$59 sounds like a pretty great deal!
MormonMatthew
12-27-2009, 08:16 PM
$59 sounds like a pretty great deal!
You are right, the price IS very reasonable!!!
If I could get it for just the time I am in town (4/27-5/4) for the $59 per day rate, I might well go ahead and book. (The hotel is apparently the Marie Antoinette, which seems to be Bob Dylan's favorite hotel in New Orleans)
The problem is that to get the $59 rate you need to book for the whole Fest period, not just the second week.
If I knew someone who was only going first week, I suppose we could split the reservation..................
Just saw Hot wire has a 3* French Quarter for $59 per 4/22-5/3
If it shows with the Boutique amenity, the 3* FQ is the Saint Louis.
SassboxLA
12-28-2009, 10:10 AM
If I knew someone who was only going first week, I suppose we could split the reservation..................
I am coming in for first weekend only and might be interested. What can you tell me about the hotel/location? And is parking an issue?
You can reach me at thatfarmgirl at gmail dot com. Thanks!
Canadalia
12-28-2009, 12:31 PM
Actually, the 3* in the French Quarter is the Chateau Bourbon (I think it was the Chateau Sonesta) which houses the Red Fish Grill. I just booked it (thanks Swag) for the whole enchilada at $62/night for 4 people. It's $59/night up to 3 in a room but I figured for an extra $3/night what the hell. This way if someone decides to come at the last minute, we're ready. I've camped (tented) the last 3 years but am really looking forward to a (hopefully) soft bed and air conditioning. Is it April yet?
csoul
12-28-2009, 01:09 PM
Best Western St. Christopher on Magazine is offering 98.00 / night for 2nd weekend through Easyclick (used your link to get there, Swag). Anyone ever stayed there / know anything about it?
Actually, the 3* in the French Quarter is the Chateau Bourbon (I think it was the Chateau Sonesta) which houses the Red Fish Grill. I just booked it (thanks Swag) for the whole enchilada at $62/night for 4 people. It's $59/night up to 3 in a room but I figured for an extra $3/night what the hell. This way if someone decides to come at the last minute, we're ready. I've camped (tented) the last 3 years but am really looking forward to a (hopefully) soft bed and air conditioning. Is it April yet?
Interesting. It looks like this hotel shows up with as non-smoking on the amenity list, and does not show as a boutique. If you see a 3* in the FQ, the amenities should let you know which is which. (In past years, the most common Hotwire 3* FQ hotels have been the Holiday Inn FQ and Holiday Inn Lemoyne, which show neither Boutique nor non-smoking).
Canandalia, let me know your check-in and check-out dates, and I'll get this result posted to my site.
Actually, the 3* in the French Quarter is the Chateau Bourbon (I think it was the Chateau Sonesta) which houses the Red Fish Grill. I just booked it (thanks Swag) for the whole enchilada at $62/night for 4 people. It's $59/night up to 3 in a room but I figured for an extra $3/night what the hell. This way if someone decides to come at the last minute, we're ready. I've camped (tented) the last 3 years but am really looking forward to a (hopefully) soft bed and air conditioning. Is it April yet?
Great deal! Stayed there 3 or 4 years ago- sweet room! Really large with high ceilings, a fridge upon request at no charge, deluxe linens...jealous!
Canadalia
12-28-2009, 03:01 PM
Swag, I booked from 4/22 'til 5/3 for $62/night for 4 people. The price was $59/night for up to 3 people. Can't wait!!
djgriff
12-28-2009, 03:35 PM
Hotwire is till showing a 4 star downtown available from Friday 4/23 through Thursday 4/29 for $79 per night. Doesn't look like it is available second weekend at all. Intercontinental?
Actually, the 3* in the French Quarter is the Chateau Bourbon (I think it was the Chateau Sonesta) which houses the Red Fish Grill. I just booked it (thanks Swag) for the whole enchilada at $62/night for 4 people. It's $59/night up to 3 in a room but I figured for an extra $3/night what the hell. This way if someone decides to come at the last minute, we're ready. I've camped (tented) the last 3 years but am really looking forward to a (hopefully) soft bed and air conditioning. Is it April yet?
I saw this deal when I replied 3 hours ago. But looks like it's gone now. The hotel is still showing up for long stays (both weekends), but the price is around $119.
Hotwire is till showing a 4 star downtown available from Friday 4/23 through Thursday 4/29 for $79 per night. Doesn't look like it is available second weekend at all. Intercontinental?
Yes, it is the IC. (Someone else just booked it & emailed me).
MormonMatthew
12-28-2009, 05:54 PM
I saw this deal when I replied 3 hours ago. But looks like it's gone now. The hotel is still showing up for long stays (both weekends), but the price is around $119.
I suppose I need to be ready to roll when an offer like that shows up again, but it seems that getting a room for the second week only may be a bit of a challenge, though I feel I am up to the task..............
Staying right on Bourbon may not have been ideal, but the hotel seems like a really nice property.
seadog
01-07-2010, 10:02 AM
MY goodness....
Starting to get a bit nervous. I passed on Holiday Inn Express deal and St Louis Hotel deal...hoping instead for a 4 star-2nd weekend deal...like at Omni or Riverside Hilton last year.....Will it ever occur??? Wish the Hyatt Superdone Hotel would reopen...Only time will tell....
Zenwinemaster
01-07-2010, 11:38 AM
If it's like last year, most of the good deals on the Hilton Riverside didn't pop up until late March or sometime in April. Patience. And nerves of steel.
It seems to me that pricing at various hotels suggests that they expect this year to have fewer available rooms than in past years. I don't know what that means for last minute deals. As you said, we'll see.
the Jones girls
01-07-2010, 11:50 AM
If it's like last year, most of the good deals on the Hilton Riverside didn't pop up until late March or sometime in April. Patience. And nerves of steel.
It seems to me that pricing at various hotels suggests that they expect this year to have fewer available rooms than in past years. I don't know what that means for last minute deals. As you said, we'll see.
We stayed at the Riverside last year both weekends(through Prriceline), so we called them about a month ago to see if we could get the same deal. They told us they were sold out for second weekend. This year we went through Hotwire and got the St. Louis for $57
MormonMatthew
01-07-2010, 01:53 PM
MY goodness....
Starting to get a bit nervous. I passed on Holiday Inn Express deal and St Louis Hotel deal...hoping instead for a 4 star-2nd weekend deal...like at Omni or Riverside Hilton last year.....Will it ever occur??? Wish the Hyatt Superdone Hotel would reopen...Only time will tell....
I stayed at Hilton Riverside last year for the $60 Priceline rate, and I too am beginning to get a bit itchy...........
Hopefully something similar will come along, and when it does I will ready to roll; with that big convention in town second weekend there wont be room for hesitation.
Good Luck---Matthew
festbabe
01-07-2010, 02:27 PM
We went ahead and splurged and reserved a room for second weekend in a B&B (where we've stayed several years before). Room availability was making us nervous. Will hold out to see what deals come in for first weekend and/or days 'tween. Willing to move around during Fest.
seadog
01-09-2010, 08:46 AM
I have Drury reserved in case.....and I know that in years past-the Hilton was telling people on phone the rooms were about $300 when a friend was booking on priceline for $65.00..so a person can only hope.
But usually-I wouldn't think a convention would spill over to other hotels like Omni or Astor Crown Center or InterContinental. Heck, I would go for a room and good old Queen & Crescent.
I love this game!!
Zenwinemaster
01-09-2010, 03:15 PM
anybody know what the convention is second weekend that's causing the hotel room crunch?
stlbarb
01-09-2010, 03:51 PM
anybody know what the convention is second weekend that's causing the hotel room crunch?
not sure if this is the Big one, but Digestive Disease Week is there May 1 -5.
and it sounds pretty big. seems there has been medical conventions many other jazz fests. but the numbers were never like the year CA World held their international meeting during second weekend.
http://www.ddw.org/wmspage.cfm?parm1=679
so many businesses have cut way back on travel, and conventions are often considered a perk.
but i think doctors may use them for tax deductible vacations.
Anyone know what 3* hotels would be in DT or FQ areas? I'm trying for 4* in those areas but was wondering about 3* and would they all be good in this geographic areas? Thanks. (All my attempts at 120.00 in the FQ/DT areas for 4* is failing..... Getting sorta nervous....and wondered if I'm setting my "scope" just a litttle high for the price...)
stlbarb
01-11-2010, 02:02 PM
Anyone know what 3* hotels would be in DT or FQ areas? I'm trying for 4* in those areas but was wondering about 3* and would they all be good in this geographic areas? Thanks. (All my attempts at 120.00 in the FQ/DT areas for 4* is failing..... Getting sorta nervous....and wondered if I'm setting my "scope" just a litttle high for the price...)
i cannot believe how inflated 2nd weekend prices are.
the question is who is going to book these rooms at 200-450 per night?
how many rooms are already booked, and how many duplicate bookings are people sitting on?
i know there is a convention, but experts are predicting NOLA tourism in 2010 to be down from last year. and if this is due to the BNA's i'm not sure i want to be inside the festgrounds on some of those days.
i just dont see the rates staying that high. try to book something you can cancel, then hold out for those low rates that may not hit until april. (of course that just makes your part of the overdemand problem, but you need to protect your interests).
Zenwinemaster
01-11-2010, 05:18 PM
A lot of hotels 2nd weekend aren't allowing reservation cancellations.
stlbarb
01-11-2010, 05:24 PM
A lot of hotels 2nd weekend aren't allowing reservation cancellations.
some people booked their backup reservations months ago, and they are cancellable.
stlbarb
01-12-2010, 11:58 AM
No, that isn't it, but I would be happy to lend some hot air to the discussion on digestive diseases. Sounds like a gas! :>)
The one I was asked to speak at is the CARE Conference (The Cooperative Association of Resort Exchangers), and they usually attract around 500 attendees. The problem with this conference (for me) is that virtually all of the attendees work within the resort industry and they are all hunting down the exact same accommodations as I am. I highly doubt that I'll be able to get a timeshare exchange for the 2nd weekend....
i do believe the DIGESTIVE DISEASE WEEK convention is what is causing the 2nd weekend rates. from their website "How many people attend DDW?
An average of 16,000 GI professionals attend each year, plus an additional 2,000–3,000 exhibitors." this is an international meeting, and it looks like spouses/guests are encouraged. so they make be taking 10000+ rooms.
this is there hotel list/prices:
http://www.ddw.org/user-assets/documents/PDF/02_attendees/2010/Hotel_Map_Rates2010.pdf
they appear to be slightly lower than those on nojazzfest.com
their early registration cuts off april 2nd, i would expect any rooms that are left will be discounted at that time. if reservations are slow, some might come on line sooner. but i imagine the hotels had to commit to hold rooms for them.
Rossvegas
01-12-2010, 03:22 PM
One of these years, we're going to have to look into what Computer Associates did during the Fest - they rented an entire cruise ship to be their hotel. We don't have nearly enough Threadheads to get a huge Carnival Cruise boats, but perhaps a small luxury yacht? Failing that, we could always do what I did in high school for road trips: rent a big ass U-Haul cargo truck and turn it into a motor home!
Gards
01-12-2010, 04:44 PM
One of these years, we're going to have to look into what Computer Associates did during the Fest - they rented an entire cruise ship to be their hotel. We don't have nearly enough Threadheads to get a huge Carnival Cruise boats, but perhaps a small luxury yacht? Failing that, we could always do what I did in high school for road trips: rent a big ass U-Haul cargo truck and turn it into a motor home!
What about restoring an old Riverboat and getting a grant as a Historical Society through a Government stimulus package.
festivalgirl
01-13-2010, 12:55 AM
What about restoring an old Riverboat and getting a grant as a Historical Society through a Government stimulus package.
A while back, I suggested it become the TH Floating Dorm.
djgriff
01-14-2010, 09:51 AM
What about restoring an old Riverboat and getting a grant as a Historical Society through a Government stimulus package.
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/8/80/SSPresident.gif
Bring back the President! Currently lying dismantled in St. Elmo, Illinois (according to Wikipedia).
stlbarb
01-14-2010, 11:52 AM
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/8/80/SSPresident.gif
Bring back the President! Currently lying dismantled in St. Elmo, Illinois (according to Wikipedia).
the president is not equipped for overnight guests.
the Delta Queen is a cruise boat, and i believe currently for sale.
if could pick me up in STL and bring me to NOLA.
Staxsun
01-14-2010, 01:39 PM
the president is not equipped for overnight guests.
the Delta Queen is a cruise boat, and i believe currently for sale.
if could pick me up in STL and bring me to NOLA.
The Delta Queen is not for sale. It is docked in Chattanooga, and is currently used as a floating hotel. We had an incredible night there in November. The owners are trying to convince the Congress to re-pass the exception for it to be used as an overnight sailing vessel. It's leased with the proviso that if it can sail overnight with passengers again, the lease is revoked.
stlbarb
01-14-2010, 04:20 PM
The Delta Queen is not for sale. It is docked in Chattanooga, and is currently used as a floating hotel. We had an incredible night there in November. The owners are trying to convince the Congress to re-pass the exception for it to be used as an overnight sailing vessel. It's leased with the proviso that if it can sail overnight with passengers again, the lease is revoked.
so we could move it to NOLA for a couple of weeks. :D
how about the Mississippi Queen & the American Queen?
so we could move it to NOLA for a couple of weeks. :D
how about the Mississippi Queen & the American Queen?
They haven't cruised since Nov '08. the company is for sale:
"Thank you for visiting Majestic America Line. At this time, Majestic America Line has completed the 2008 cruise season. Several credible parties have expressed an interest in acquiring some and/or all assets of Majestic America Line and building upon our efforts in delivering unique cruise experiences that celebrate American history, culture and our magnificent waterways. Due to sale plans, Majestic America Line will not be operating cruises in 2009 or beyond."
stlbarb
01-14-2010, 04:55 PM
They haven't cruised since Nov '08. the company is for sale:
"Thank you for visiting Majestic America Line. At this time, Majestic America Line has completed the 2008 cruise season. Several credible parties have expressed an interest in acquiring some and/or all assets of Majestic America Line and building upon our efforts in delivering unique cruise experiences that celebrate American history, culture and our magnificent waterways. Due to sale plans, Majestic America Line will not be operating cruises in 2009 or beyond."
can we divert the 2010 raffle monies to the purchase of the S. S. Threadhead?
please :)
Gards
01-14-2010, 05:26 PM
can we divert the 2010 raffle monies to the purchase of the S. S. Threadhead?
please :)
I will buy some extra tickets.;)
Delta
01-14-2010, 05:46 PM
The problem of a location for the patry would be settled too!
festivalgirl
01-14-2010, 11:35 PM
can we divert the 2010 raffle monies to the purchase of the S. S. Threadhead?
please :)
A three hour tour .......
stlbarb
01-14-2010, 11:55 PM
A three hour tour .......
Mutiny on the Threadhead
the musical
festivalgirl
01-15-2010, 12:06 AM
Mutiny on the Threadhead
the musical
Yo Ho Ho and a Bottle of Rum
sophisticated sissy
01-17-2010, 12:02 PM
The Delta Queen is not for sale. It is docked in Chattanooga, and is currently used as a floating hotel. We had an incredible night there in November. The owners are trying to convince the Congress to re-pass the exception for it to be used as an overnight sailing vessel. It's leased with the proviso that if it can sail overnight with passengers again, the lease is revoked.
That's encouraging news, Stax. Glad to read this.
sophisticated sissy
01-17-2010, 12:04 PM
so we could move it to NOLA for a couple of weeks. :D
how about the Mississippi Queen & the American Queen?
Barb, I don't know the status of the Am Queen, but the last I heard the Miss Cue was going to be docked on the Ohio River in Madison, Indiana, and used as some sort of restaurant/ night club/ entertainment destination.
truckerock
01-17-2010, 07:23 PM
Just booked rooms at Prytania Park Inn in the GD for $189/night as a backup plan. Anyone have any details on this place?
stlbarb
01-18-2010, 12:58 AM
Just booked rooms at Prytania Park Inn in the GD for $189/night as a backup plan. Anyone have any details on this place?
we stayed there for festwedding in november, and got a killer rate of $89 per night with the third night free. and it included free parking.
location was great (but its barely on the border of the garden district). staff was awesome. room was very cute, but rather small. bathroom was also small with a strange/old shower. but there was a second sink outside the bathroom with a long counter - great for lots of stuff.
i seem to recall a dorm size fridge, probably a microwave (but that might vary by room). the room seemed clean (there was a crack in the long marble counter but it didnt bother us). they were renovating some of the other rooms during our stay. we were on the first floor, on the street and it was quiet enough. breakfast was nothing memorable, but its free. wifi was difficult to pickup in our room, but worked fine in the 'courtyard' (more like outdoor hallways). i did not see an elevator for the upper floors.
i would not hesitate to stay there again. but i dont think i'd pay $189.
stlbarb
01-18-2010, 01:04 AM
Barb, I don't know the status of the Am Queen, but the last I heard the Miss Cue was going to be docked on the Ohio River in Madison, Indiana, and used as some sort of restaurant/ night club/ entertainment destination.
as soon as i win powerball, i'm buying one of them. :D
so folks who want to get on the list for rooms, might consider buying me a beverage at fest. ;)
festivalgirl
01-18-2010, 01:27 AM
Bookit.com has Prytania Park Hotel @ $127/night average plus a couple of other deals. Might be worth canceling and re-booking.
Gards
01-18-2010, 05:23 AM
as soon as i win powerball, i'm buying one of them. :D
so folks who want to get on the list for rooms, might consider buying me a beverage at fest. ;)
OK I will buy you a beer.But can you please advise what the aproximate odds are of you winning Power Ball?
BTW we have a 30 million Dollar draw here tommorrow night,so I will have a dash as well.
http://www.powerball.com/powerball/pb_prizes.asp
stlbarb
01-18-2010, 10:25 AM
OK I will buy you a beer.But can you please advise what the aproximate odds are of you winning Power Ball?
BTW we have a 30 million Dollar draw here tommorrow night,so I will have a dash as well.
odds of winning are only slightly better than all 4 of the beatles reuniting.
csoul
01-18-2010, 11:59 AM
Just booked rooms at Prytania Park Inn in the GD for $189/night as a backup plan. Anyone have any details on this place?
We're booked there for 2nd weekend. Think our rate was $130/night, but I think we got the smallest room in the place. It is our "back up" plan in case rates for the 1/4 and cbd don't drop. The other draw for us is that we are driving and this place offers free parking, which is tough to find.
truckerock
01-18-2010, 05:37 PM
We're booked there for 2nd weekend. Think our rate was $130/night, but I think we got the smallest room in the place. It is our "back up" plan in case rates for the 1/4 and cbd don't drop. The other draw for us is that we are driving and this place offers free parking, which is tough to find.
Cool. Actually paid $159/room for the Queen & 2 twin room loft room. Looks like a good backup....if I could only find a good house to rent!
Gards
01-18-2010, 06:08 PM
http://www.powerball.com/powerball/pb_prizes.asp
Thank you Swag for that information.
I am still going to have a go at the 30 Million on offer here tonight.
And I figure that with our smaller population,I will have a better chance of winning the big one,maybe about 18 Million to one.
stlbarb
01-18-2010, 07:12 PM
Thank you Swag for that information.
I am still going to have a go at the 30 Million on offer here tonight.
And I figure that with our smaller population,I will have a better chance of winning the big one,maybe about 18 Million to one.
the odds are always the same here. if no one matches the winning number it rolls over. so if they sell 1 ticket or 100000000000000000 tickets, you have the same chance. if more than 1 ticket matches the numbers, you have to split the pot.
Stella Blue
01-18-2010, 10:10 PM
I believe a math guru once calculated you have a better chance of dying in the next 30 seconds than hitting Powerball.
Just saying. If true, I'll pray your last act wasn't reading this post...
stlbarb
01-18-2010, 10:40 PM
I believe a math guru once calculated you have a better chance of dying in the next 30 seconds than hitting Powerball.
Just saying. If true, I'll pray your last act wasn't reading this post...
if i win powerball after i'm dead, i'm gonna be pissed (mad, not drunk - for our southern hemisphere readers).
i want to know if the workld is ending in 2012 - cause i'm gonna run up my credit cards now.
kikimo
01-20-2010, 02:22 PM
With all of the talk focused on the second weekend, are there any sweet deals for the first weekend?
McGregor
01-20-2010, 02:48 PM
I just saw this and I have no idea what the Ramada's are like in NO but anyways
eta: (looks like the rate is not available for Ramada Plaza Hotel The Inn on Bourbon)
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stlbarb
01-20-2010, 04:52 PM
With all of the talk focused on the second weekend, are there any sweet deals for the first weekend?
i saw your fest dates.
what are you doing monday & tuesday between weekends?
kikimo
01-21-2010, 12:12 PM
i saw your fest dates.
what are you doing monday & tuesday between weekends?
I live in Mobile so I typically drive back to do laundry, take a long hot bath, repack and re up my supplies for the following weekend. One of these days, I'm going to schedule to stay the whole week as I bet I'm missing some good fun.